Joni Mitchell – For The Roses (Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, RI, 1972, Asylum Records SD 5057)

Why This Record Matters
For The Roses bridges the gap between Blue and Court And Spark, capturing Joni Mitchell at a pivotal point in her songwriting evolution. The album features the hit “You Turn Me On I'm A Radio” alongside some of her most acclaimed compositions, blending folk, rock, and deeply personal lyricism.

Collector Note
US RI pressing of Joni Mitchell's influential 1972 album on Asylum Records. For The Roses is widely regarded as one of the essential releases in her celebrated run of early-1970s recordings and remains a cornerstone of the singer-songwriter genre.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG clean playing copy with moderate signs of use consistent with age
Sleeve: VG jacket showing noticeable shelf and edge wear while remaining structurally sound

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, RI
Label: Asylum Records – SD 5057
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
Style: Folk Rock, Soft Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Banquet
A2 Cold Blue Steel And Sweet Fire
A3 Barangrill
A4 Lesson In Survival
A5 Let The Wind Carry Me
A6 For The Roses

Side B
B1 See You Sometime
B2 Electricity
B3 You Turn Me On I'm A Radio
B4 Blonde In The Bleachers
B5 Woman Of Heart And Mind
B6 Judgement Of The Moon And Stars (Ludwig's Tune)

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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